Business Details
29 Years
experience
Trusted Civil Engineering Solutions in the Bay Area
Freyer & Laureta has served the Bay Area for over 25 years, delivering tailored civil engineering, infrastructure planning, and construction consultation services. Our expertise spans public works, private development, higher education, and nonprofit sectors, with a focus on innovative solutions aligned with client objectives. We prioritize personalized service through dedicated principal oversight, ensuring seamless project execution from inception to completion. Established in 1997, our four regional offices support diverse client needs with localized knowledge and technical excellence.Our certificationsincluding SBE, MBE, and DBEreflect our commitment to quality, community impact, and compliance with industry standards. We specialize in water resources, infrastructure engineering, surveying, and program management, addressing complex challenges with disciplined, detail-oriented approaches. Our team's extensive experience in state and local regulations ensures compliance while delivering resilient, sustainable infrastructure. Client success remains our core mission, evidenced by award-winning projects that enhance community resilience and urban development.
Services
Civil Engineering
Infrastructure Engineering
Surveying and Mapping
Construction Management
Water Resources
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- Award-winning engineering firm with 25+ years of Bay Area expertise
- Certified SBE, MBE, and DBE firm ensuring quality and compliance
- Dedicated principal oversight for seamless project execution
- Specialized in complex infrastructure projects with state/local regulations
- Proven track record in sustainable, resilient engineering solutions
Associations and certifications
- State-Certified Small Business (Micro) Enterprise (SBE)
- Minority Business Enterprise (MBE)
- San Francisco Local Business Enterprise (LBE)
- Small, Local, Emerging Business (SLEB)
- California Unified Certification Certification Program (CUCP)
- Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)
Services
Civil Engineering
Freyer & Laureta delivers comprehensive civil engineering services for public agencies and private developers. Our team specializes in grading and drainage studies, roadway design, ADA compliance, and land development projects. We ensure all plans meet state and local regulatory requirements while addressing site-specific challenges. Our engineers collaborate with municipalities and stakeholders to create functional, sustainable infrastructure solutions for urban environments.
Water Resources
We provide end-to-end water resources engineering, including stormwater management, pump station design, and flow equalization systems. Our expertise covers potable water, wastewater, and recycled water infrastructure for municipal and industrial clients. We develop SWPPP plans and implement low-impact development strategies to meet environmental regulations and enhance water system resilience.
Construction Management
Our construction management services ensure quality control throughout project execution. We offer bid support, submittal reviews, on-site inspections, and claims management for water and sewer pipeline projects. Our team provides technical expertise during construction phases, ensuring compliance with design specifications and timely project delivery.
Surveying and Mapping
Freyer & Laureta offers ALTA/ACSM surveys, boundary mapping, and topographic studies for residential and commercial developments. We prepare tentative and final maps compliant with the Subdivision Map Act, supporting land development projects from initial planning through permitting and construction phases.
Infrastructure Engineering
We design and rehabilitate underground utility systems, including gravity and pressure pipelines, pump stations, and district engineering solutions. Our services cover master planning, hydraulic modeling, and replacement of aging infrastructure, ensuring reliable utility networks that meet current and future demand.
People
Richard J. Laureta
President & Co-Founder
With 30+ years of experience, Richard specializes in urban master planning and wastewater systems. He provides value-engineering solutions and leads multidisciplinary teams to deliver impactful infrastructure projects across the Bay Area.
Jeffrey J. Tarantino
Executive Vice President
Jeffrey brings 25+ years of civil engineering expertise, focusing on sustainable development and regulatory compliance. He manages client-agency relationships and ensures efficient project delivery for public infrastructure initiatives.
David C. Freyer
Vice President & Co-Founder
David has 50+ years of experience in environmental engineering and land development. He specializes in field surveys, map preparation, and complex public-private partnership projects throughout California.
Joshua Kimbrell
Vice President
Josh specializes in stormwater management and infrastructure design with 20+ years of experience. He leads sustainable engineering projects including LEED-certified developments and advanced water treatment facilities.
Lorraine Htoo
Vice President
Lorraine has 20+ years of expertise in storm drainage and sanitary sewer rehabilitation. She manages multidisciplinary teams and implements innovative solutions for water and reclaimed water pipeline systems.
Questions
What civil engineering services does F&L offer?
F&L provides grading plans, roadway design, ADA improvements, erosion control, and land development services for public and private clients.
Are F&L's engineering services certified?
Yes, we hold SBE, MBE, DBE, and CUCP certifications, demonstrating compliance with quality and diversity standards.
How does F&L manage complex infrastructure projects?
We employ dedicated principals, hydraulic modeling, and construction administration to ensure successful delivery of large-scale projects.
What sustainability practices does F&L implement?
We integrate low-impact development (LID) stormwater systems, LEED-compliant designs, and resilient infrastructure solutions.
Can F&L handle public-private partnership projects?
Yes, we have extensive experience coordinating with agencies like SFPUC and SF Port on mixed-use redevelopment initiatives.
